Recruitment Summary
New Mexico State University invites you to apply to be a part of a diverse, dynamic and welcoming learning and working environment in Las Cruces, NM. NMSU seeks employees who are creative and flexible in developing and evaluating new ideas and ways to evolve NMSU into the future. Located in the borderlands and adjacent to the mighty Rio Grande, NMSU is a proud Hispanic-serving institution in the minority-majority state of New Mexico. Southern New Mexico features an average of 294 days of sunshine annually, making NMSU ideal for job-seekers who enjoy hiking, mountain biking, canoeing and bird-watching. NMSU is committed to sustainability through improving and maintaining the quality of human life while preserving the integrity, stability, and beauty of ecological systems for the future. We are looking for student-centered employees with a passion for success. NMSU invites you to take the first step to your successful and rewarding career by applying today.


NMSU is New Mexico’s land-grant and space-grant institution, a comprehensive research institution dedicated to teaching, research, public service and outreach. In addition, the NMSU system includes a satellite learning center in Albuquerque, Cooperative Extension Service offices located in each of New Mexico’s 33 counties, and 12 agriculture research and science centers. New Mexico State University is the institution of choice for more than 15,000 students from 49 states and 89 foreign countries.


The City of Las Cruces is the second largest city in New Mexico and is located in Doña Ana County, approximately 45 miles north of El Paso, Texas, and 225 miles south of Albuquerque. Las Cruces is the economic and geographic center of the Mesilla Valley, the agricultural region on the floodplain of the Rio Grande which extends from Hatch to the west side of El Paso, Texas. The Organ Mountains, 10 miles to the east, are dominant in the city’s landscape, along with the Doña Ana Mountains, Robledo Mountains, and Picacho Peak. Las Cruces lies within a short driving distance of the Mexican border at Santa Teresa, as well as many other locations in the broader borderland region.


Geography, climate, demographics, and ambiance of Las Cruces and NMSU combine to offer a truly excellent place to thrive. Family members will discover a warm, open community that offers an attractive array of activities and outdoor recreation, amenities, services and opportunities, whether they are looking for top-notch education, meaningful employment, or simply a safe and comfortable place to live.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
-Evaluate the performance of electronic systems, both ground-based and airborne to include radar systems and electronic attack (EA) systems
-Work with the engineering team to perform research and support development of RF Electromagnetic Warfare (EW) systems—Electronic Protect, Electronic Attack and Electronic Support
-Directly support customers in order to develop EW systems, subsystems and software to formulate tactics and operational deployment strategies
-Design, evaluate, and document RF, analog, digital, and power systems
-Support Development of technical reports and diagrams detailing system attributes
-Perform other duties as assigned
Classification Summary
To fulfill PSL contractual obligations in a timely cost effective manner through the design and implementation of electronic systems. Under general supervision, performs an assortment of research and development engineering duties such as developing, designing, and evaluating new approaches to meet project objectives, planning of manufacturing and fabrication, and the installation, operation, and maintenance of complex apparatus. Performs complex activities in the use of devices for commercial, domestic, and industrial use. Works directly with engineers in other disciplines to augment production size and value and meet customer and contract specifications and requirements.
Classification Standard Duties
May carry out feasibility studies for new technical innovations. Draws up plans and specifications for projects, using computer-assisted engineering and design software. Estimates material, construction, and labor costs, and projecttimelines. May coordinate technicians and craftspeople. Tests installations and systems, and analyzing data making sure projects meet applicable system requirements. Oversees inspection and maintenance programs. Attends meetings, writing reports and giving presentations to managers and clients.
Knowledge
Knowledge and understanding of engineering principles, procedures, and standards applicable to the job. Can apply engineering principles, and models when conducting experiments and research activities. Familiar with a variety of field concepts, practices, and procedures required to successfully execute mission or experiment goals. Capability to develop inspection and test procedures for components and systems. Ability to assess the capabilities of existing system components, equipment, systems, and networks. Understanding of the University’s mission, vision and goals.
Skills
Excellent communication skills. Excellent engineering, math, science, technology and IT skills. Excellent team-working and people skills. Good budgetary skills. Strong decision-making skills.
Abilities
The ability to analyze complex problems and assess possible solutions. The ability to explain design ideas clearly. The ability to prioritize and plan effectively. Ability to direct, evaluate, train and supervise the work of assigned personnel; communicate effectively in oral and written form
Required Education
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering.
Required Experience
Three (3) years of professional experience directly related to the standard duties as outlined.
Equivalency None
Preferred Qualifications
-Knowledge of RF principals as related to EW to include high power RF
-Ability to document and support technical analysis and assessments with attention to detail
-Knowledge of RF, analog, digital test equipment to include spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, power meters, RF signal generators, network analyzers
-Ability to work in team environment
-Ability to communicate verbally and in writing
Required Certification/License
Special Requirements
-Must have a Bachelor of Science or higher degree in Electrical Engineering
-Must be a U.S. Citizen
-Must possess a Secret clearance at a minimum or must be able to obtain a Secret clearance within six (6) months of start of employment
-Must be able to maintain a secret clearance or higher throughout employment
-This position is subject to random drug testing in compliance with its drug-free workforce requirements